1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 Sprint Coupe
Result: PASSED IN
Specifications
| Engine | 2584cc In-Line 6cyl |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual |
| Body Work | Coupe |
| Colour | Rosso Araranto (Burgundy) |
| Interior | Black |
| Trim | Leather |
| Wheels | Steel Disc |
| Brakes | Discs |
Description
Introduced to the public at the 1962 Geneva Motor Show, the 2600 (106 series) was seen as the flagship for the marque with its newly developed all-alloy in-line six-cylinder motor. Displacing 2,584cc it was lauded for being a remarkably smooth engine that was well mated to a five-speed manual gearbox. The Sprint name was given to the Bertone-bodied coupe of the range (a sedan 'Berlina' and convertible 'Spider' were also available). The Sprint received triple Solex carburettors in place of the Berlina's dual setup, and a bump in compression from 8.5:1 to 9.0:1 saw horsepower increase to 145bhp from 130bhp. A special Zagato bodied coupe had still higher performance with another 20bhp and a top speed of 215km/h. Their rarity ensures few are seen on Australian roads today, though they are revered among Alfisti as being super-smooth and comfortable to drive, with a cultured exhaust note accompanying the experience.
